Forentum Aglianico del Vulture DOC originates from the volcanic soils of Lavello, in Basilicata. This municipality, identified by the ancient Romans as the ancient Forentum, has a millennial history linked to viticulture. This is testified by the words of classical authors such as Horace and Pliny. Lavello lies at the foot of Mount Vulture, an extinct volcano that has shaped not only the landscape, but also the composition of the soil. Here, at an altitude of around 400 metres above sea level, the Aglianico vines find perfect conditions for growing. The temperate climate, with hot, dry summers and cold winters, contributes to a slow and regular ripening of the grapes, which are harvested between the end of October and the beginning of November, guaranteeing a perfect concentration of sugars and aromas. Forentum is made exclusively from 100% Aglianico grapes. After a maceration on the skins for about 18 days at a controlled temperature, the wine is transferred into 225-litre French oak barrels, where it is aged for about 12 months. Ageing then continues in the bottle for at least 10 months, developing a unique complexity and balance. Bright ruby red in colour, the nose reveals an intense bouquet, with notes of fruit under spirits, accompanied by toasted hints of wood and spices such as black pepper and vanilla. In the mouth it is full-bodied and structured, with a well-defined tannic texture. The overall balance is perfect, while the finish is long and persistent with an aftertaste reminiscent of ripe fruit and spices. Thanks to its robust structure and long maturation in wood, Forentum can evolve well for more than 10-15 years, developing complex tertiary aromas such as leather, tobacco and undergrowth. It goes well with rich, structured dishes.